Ephedrine: Is it Worth it? A noticeable problem among weightlifters and fitness fanatics is the use of dietary supplements containing ephedrine. Among ephedrine's side effects are seizures, dizziness, insomnia, and accelerated heart rate and blood pressure. However, effects of ephedrine that users do not often hear about are strokes and even death. ''It is my professional opinion that the toxicity of ephedrine played a significant role in the death of Mr. Bechler"(USA Today). This …showed first 75 words of 496 total…

…showed last 75 words of 496 total…a cheap and easy alternative, people will buy it and use it unless they are clearly informed of all of its effects. Works Cited Bodley, Hal. USATODAY.com. 13 Mar. 2003. 4 Mar. 2004 <http://www.usatoday.com/sports/baseball/al/orioles/2003-03-13-bechler-exam_x.htm>. CNNSI.com. 13 Mar. 2003. 4 Mar. 2004 <http://http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/baseball/news/2003/03/13/bechler_report_ap/>. ShopRxOnline.com. 2003. 4 Mar. 2004 <http://shoprxonline.com>.